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The Golden State Warriors face the Milwaukee Bucks in a highly anticipated early-season clash. Despite some injuries, both teams boast championship talent. Stephen Curry and Jimmy Butler are healthy for the Warriors, while Giannis Antetokounmpo is probable for the Bucks. Expect a tactical battle with key matchups defining the outcome.
New Zealand's Kane Williamson has retired from T20 internationals to provide clarity for the team ahead of next year's T20 World Cup. The 35-year-old leaves as the second-highest T20I run-scorer for New Zealand, having guided them to the 2021 T20 World Cup final. He will now focus on Test cricket and spending more time with his family.
The Asia Cup trophy is now in Mohsin Naqvi's custody in Abu Dhabi following India's refusal to accept it from him due to cross-border tensions. Despite BCCI's request, Naqvi insists an Indian player must attend a ceremony to receive the trophy, leaving its handover unresolved after an ACC meeting.
US officials indicated progress in finalizing details of a trade agreement with China, following recent talks in Malaysia. The discussions aimed to de-escalate a costly tariff dispute, with both nations seeking a resolution. This development comes amid heightened tensions and threats of further tariffs.
The National Testing Agency (NTA) has clarified that a virtual calculator will not be available for JEE Main 2026. An earlier mention in the Information Bulletin was a typographical error from a generic template. The NTA has uploaded a revised bulletin and expressed regret for any inconvenience caused to candidates.
OpenAI CEO Sam Altman expressed envy for today's young entrepreneurs, particularly those skipping college to innovate. He noted that AI advancements allow small teams to build sophisticated products rapidly, a stark contrast to his early career. Altman also shared that OpenAI consumes his mental space, preventing him from pursuing new startup ideas.
Fresh Israeli airstrikes in Gaza have killed at least 30 people and wounded dozens, despite an ongoing US-brokered ceasefire. The Israeli military stated the strikes were a response to Hamas attacking its troops, a claim Hamas denies. The renewed violence strains the ceasefire amid disputes over the return of hostage remains.
Rohit Sharma's explosive unbeaten century and Virat Kohli's solid 74* powered India to a nine-wicket victory over Australia in the final ODI. Despite the win, India lost the series 1-2. Pacer Harshit Rana impressed with four wickets, restricting Australia to 236. Sharma's 121* also brought him closer to Shahid Afridi's six-hitting record.
The BJP has accused the RJD of reviving "baahubal" politics by fielding Mohammad Shahabuddin's son, Osama Shahab, from Siwan's Raghunathpur seat. BJP president JP Nadda warned of a return to "jungle raj," contrasting it with the development under Nitish Kumar and PM Modi. Voters are urged to support the NDA for stability and accelerated development.